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Three in court on terror charges |
2005-03-07 |
![]() Lashkar-e-Taiba, or Army of the Righteous, has been described as one of the three largest and best-trained groups fighting in Kashmir against India. All three defendants are alleged to have supported that organisation by providing funds and other equipment, including Kevlar, high technology equipment and firearms that could be used for military purposes. They spoke only to confirm their identities, dates of birth and addresses during the 20-minute hearing. All of the charges relate to the periods between March 29, 2001, and March 1 this year. The conspiracy counts carry a maximum of 14 years in jail while the charge of directing an organisation concerned in acts of terrorism carries a maximum life sentence. No application for bail was made on behalf of Mohammed Khan or Singh. Frzana Khan was refused bail. All three were remanded in custody to reappear before the Old Bailey on March 14. |
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